Engineering Technician Job Tupelo area,Mississippi USA,Engineering

We, at Leggett & PLATT Inc., are searching for an Engineering Technician within our Product Development Engineering team to help support our Home Furniture Components business. Our Home Furniture business brings an intense focus on the customer, innovation, world‑class manufacturing capabilities, and a global footprint together to create full package solutions for the industry. We do not make furniture. We make furniture more comfortable.

We need the best people on our team to support our strategy, and your work will ensure people around the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As an Engineering Technician, you will have the opportunity to support the design, integration, and validation of new product development and released product support. Your contributions will have a direct impact on our speed to market, customer responsiveness, and incremental revenue for trendsetter customers.

The team you will be working with is collaborative, hands‑on, and focused on innovation. We value technical curiosity, attention to detail, and a growth mindset.

What will you be doing as an Engineering Technician?

Assisting engineers with product design, CAD support, and engineering documentation
Supporting prototype builds and sample quality control
Coordinating prototype shipping and logistics
Participating in product validation and testing activities
Collecting and communicating technical data across teams

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

Associate’s degree in Mechanical Technology preferred; relevant experience considered
1+ year of technician experience preferred
Ability to machine, fabricate, and solder electrical components
Strong communication skills and ability to work independently
Experience with Solid Works, Zoho Project Management, MS Office Suite, and CAD tools
Ability to support prototyping, testing, and validation processes
Understanding of technical system requirements and design criteria
Written and verbal English language skills
Commitment to our People First culture and continuous improvement

Things we consider a plus:

Experience with mechanical and electrical fabrication tools
Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

Applicants in the United States:
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